Main purpose of job:

The position will mainly assist the Food & Drink and Agri-tech Trade and Promotion activities in Mexico, but other sectors may be reviewed. This is a fascinating and busy role allowing someone interested in business development to work in a great diplomatic mission at an exciting period in UK/Latin America Trade and investment relations. The primary role of this position is to offer commercial and administrative support to the Food & Drink and Agri-tech Team within the Department for Business and Trade at the British Embassy in Mexico. This role will operate under and report directly to the Food & Drink and Agri-tech Trade Officer in the team.

The successful candidate will collaborate with UK exporters and investors in the Food & Drink and Agri-tech sectors, aiming to enhance trade and investment activities. The successful candidate will support and develop relationships with British and Mexican companies, and deliver an impactful programme of activities focussed on highlighting the UK’s expertise in the mentioned sectors.  The successful candidate is also expected to carry out research and to provide support for events.

Essential on arrival:

• The applicant must be enrolled in an undergraduate programme or recently graduated (e.g. International Relations, Economics, Administration, International Business, Engineering on relevant field, etc.).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in both languages.
• Understanding of the full range of MS Office suite including Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word.
• Confident in dealing with a range of contacts at all levels.
• Organised and efficient in work and time management.
• A positive and flexible team player who is willing to contribute to the team’s overall objectives.
• Able to deal with a range of competing priorities in a calm, efficient and professional manner, with a keen eye for detail